1988 Citroen CX vs. 1996 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1996 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen CX would be higher. At 3,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Vauxhall Carlton (355 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 180 kg more than 1988 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Vauxhall Carlton is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Vauxhall Carlton (531 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen CX | 1996 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
Model | CX | Carlton |
Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 531 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2740 mm |